Author: Isreal Olabanji DST RN

Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that affects people of all ages. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, about 4.4 percent of people age 18 and above in the United States experience bipolar disorder at some time in their lives. This condition can be difficult to diagnose, as the symptoms can be similar to other disorders. It is particularly tricky to diagnose adolescents because their symptoms are closely related to teenage development challenges. However, you must understand the signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder in adolescents, as early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve the child’s long-term prognosis.…

Many people developed a sense of importance when it came to health. Nowadays, you can see that many people are exercising and eating right. You can also see this with parents and their children. Parents are passing on their health-conscious practices to their kids. However, as a family, you need more than just a healthy routine and diet to be in perfect condition. Along with the healthy habits mentioned above, families must have a doctor to do routine checkups. Even if they think they aren’t sick, responsible parents should always set aside a portion of their finances for regular checkups.…

If you’ve been spending a lot of time taking care of a family member that is disabled or senior, then you know just how difficult things can get. You have to spend every free minute making sure that the person you are caring for has all of his or her needs met and you have to juggle your own responsibilities at the same time. Sometimes, people who become permanent caregivers of those family members cannot even find the time to work, which can deal quite a blow to their financial situation. We cannot deny the fact that caring for people…

Therapy is no longer an unknown concept and unspoken topic in families. The only question that remains is how a family should know if it needs a therapist. Here are 10 signs that can mean your family needs a therapist. TOO MANY FIGHTS OVER PETTY MATTERS Supposing someone forgot to keep the toilet seat down or didn’t do things as is usually done, a fight can begin right then and escalate. The reasons behind this could be pent up anger from unresolved feelings. Because what earlier used to be no big deal has suddenly turned out to be one. There…

Belly fat is concerning for millions of people worldwide. It’s an underrated epidemic that affects aesthetic appeal and general health. More belly fat contributes to a high body mass index (BMI) and can be a sign of developing obesity. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), obesity tripled between 1975 and 2016, and as of 2016 around 13% of the world’s adult population qualifies as obese. Excessive belly fat often predicts obesity because people don’t take preventative measures to avoid the progression from overweight to obese until it’s too late. What Is Belly Fat? Belly fat accumulates in the abdominal…